Formed in 2007, Diversity took the world by storm when they wowed judges, and dancers from all over the UK, in their winning entry to the UK Street Dance Championships 2007. They then went on to win Britain’s Got Talent 2009, claiming a £100,000 prize and the chance to perform at the Royal Variety Performance. Since then, they have starred in various UK TV shows and embarked on their own UK tour.

"We’re proud to be patrons of this new and exciting charity and it’s projects around the world. Get up and do it for danceaid!"

Akai was winner of the UK Competition 'Got to dance' 2010.

"I am really happy that danceaid have asked me to be a Patron. I just love to dance!!!!, and knowing that what i enjoy doing will help other children, is the best feeling in the world!!!!"

www.akaiofficial.co.uk

Twist & Pulse are an exciting street dance duo from South London that has created their own unique style called “Streetomedy”. The duo combined street dance and comedy to fantastic effect during Britain’s Got Talent 2010 where they reached the final. 

"We always say there's nothing better in life than to laugh and there's nothing better in our lives than street dance. Put them together and you have....Twist & Pulse"

Alleviate brought a passionate and fiery contemporary double act to the Got to Dance stage. Earning three gold stars from the judges, Nicolette and Renako also impressed viewers at home, earning the UK’s vote and a place at the Got
to Dance Final 2011. Renako grew up in South East London where it wasn’t
the norm for boys to take up contemporary dance, but an undeterred Renako pursued his passion. Nicolette spent her childhood in a rural Welsh village where she practiced gymnastics until the physical strains on her body led Nicolette to swap the high beams for the dance floor. Realising they shared a passion for contemporary fusion, the pair began to choreograph routines together and have wowed crowds around Britain since.

Alleviate became proud patrons of danceaid in 2011 and left crowds dumbfounded with their performance on the Do It For Danceaid stage at Move
It."We are so thrilled to be patrons of danceaid, a charity which shares so many of our aspirations to improve the lives of suffering children. If our performances can inspire change, then that is a great thing."
www.alleviatedance.co.uk

Peridot are an exciting street dance troupe from south London who reached the semi-finals of Britain's Got Talent 2010. Peridot impressed both the audience and the judges with their unique routines, displaying their incredible twisting and bodypopping skills. Simon described the group as full of enthusiasm while Amanda said the choreography was 'genius'.

Ex-Pussycat Doll, now solo-star Kimberly Wyatt has taken the world by storm with her incredible dance and musical talents. Having danced since she was seven years old, Kimberly reached the dizzy heights of pop stardom when she joined the Pussycat Dolls in 2001. She recently appeared on Sky One's series Got To Dance as a celebrity judge alongside Ashley Banjo and Adam Garcia. Kimberly is very excited about danceaid - a cause that unites two of her biggest passions – dance, and improving the lives of children.

UK dance troupe the Animaineax is comprised of six Philipinos street dance enthusiasts from Milton Keynes. They won the BBC3 series Move Like Michael Jackson in 2010. The lead dancer and choreographer Mark Calape then went on to compete in BBC1’s So You Think You Can Dance.

"We want to educate the world that hiphop is positive. We want to express that dance is more important than money!"

George Sampson is a street dancer from Warrington, England and was the winner of the second series of Britain’s Got Talent on 31 May 2008, aged 14. As a prize, he received £100,000 and the opportunity to perform at the 2008 Royal Variety Performance.

“I can’t wait to see everyone in the UK on their feet for danceaid.
What a fantastic cause. Make sure you upload your ‘danceaid in action’
onto the YouTube link.  Who knows, you might win a prize!  
Good luck!"

Parallel is a UK dance duo founded by Ashley Simon and Wolfgang Mwanje, following their discovery of a shared vision and aspiration for dance. Both agreed that as dancers they should never be limited to the constraints of one style but that they should strive to push the boundaries of any dance style into which they venture. It was from this shared belief that the ideology 'pursue the ideal' was derived, something which has elevated Parallel to heights as notable as the semi finals of Sky 1s Got to Dance. To date Parallel has a number of credits to its name including UK Funky Live, Adidas, Blackberry, Dizzee Rascal, Deli Bricks, the MJ Tribute show and many more.

Parallel became patrons of danceaid in 2011 when they put on a four night extravaganza with Brunel University raising money for danceaid projects.
"How fantastic to not just dance, but to dance and make a difference to the lives of suffering children. We are proud to be patrons of danceaid and we hope to see everyone getting involved."
www.facebook.com/parallelduo

Plague is a Hip Hop based dance crew formed in 2000 in the UK. Plague holds prestigious titles including 3 times UK HipHop Street Dance Champions and World HipHop Champions 2005. Plague have featured in performances by Mariah Carey, George Sampson, Alesha Dixon, and many more.

www.plaguedance.com

Kymberlee Jay is the UK's first professional plus size hip hop dance artist, who found fame dancing with Madonna and becoming signed to Nike as an Athlete in 2006 after starring in two of their major advertising campaigns. Kymberlee began dancing in 1992 and has since traveled across Europe, the Middle East and USA teaching, choreographing and performing street styles including Funkstyles (popping and locking), House, New Jack Swing, New York Style Hip Hop, L.A style Hip Hop and Krump.

Kymberlee officially launched danceaid to the UK dance scene at Serious About Street Dance 2010 in London’s o2;
"danceaid is what we've all been waiting for. What a fab cause for poppin’ your dancin' socks off!"

TriloGY Dance Ent are an established mixed gender dance company based in South London with underground and commercial recognition (Semi Finalists in both "BBC3'S Move Like Michael Jackson" and "Sky1's Got To Dance 2011"). Trilogy were formed in 2009 by Head Choreographer Naziri "Gilly" Muwanga, and have performed regionally and internationally. Trilogy are stepping towards becoming an entertainment company for the people who love and appreciate multi-arts performance especially that of movement and sound.

Trilogy became patrons of danceaid in 2011; “What a fantastic initiative to get everyone on their feet; from tots to grannies, novices to professionals, involved in dance activities for the purpose of making a difference to those less fortunate than ourselves."

North London based all-male street dance group Cerebro are known for their unique style, array of synchronized moves, and ‘get up and dance’ soundtracks. Cerebro stunned the judges on the Got To Dance panel in 2011 with their innovative choreography. As well as performing, Cerebro also lead fun and engaging workshops based on their dance style.

Cerebro became danceaid patrons in 2011; "We are excited to support this new charity which makes dancing worthwhile on a whole other level! We really hope all the dancers out there get involved."

Tobias Mead is a unique dancer from Wiltshire, who has developed his own style. In 2010 Tobias received great acclaim from the judges and a standing ovation from the audience of Britain's Got Talent. Amanda Holden said "I was blown away by that, one of the best dance acts we've ever had, brilliant." Tobias' unique style of dancing, combining his interest in the supernatural and his ability to bend people's perception of dance and movement, has inspired many. Tobias went on to reach the Britain's Got Talent Grand Final, performing to 15.4 million viewers. Piers Morgan said "Something really contemporary, very creative very inventive, I think your all those things, more than that you're a showman, you put on a show, I could see this in Las Vegas, and I think that makes you the best dancer in this competition".

Born in London, Sisco Gomez started performing at the age of 11, and is now a world class dancer and choreographer who has worked with artists including Janet Jackson, Madonna, Kylie Minogue, Alexandra Burke, Will Young, Jamelia, Redman, Pink and Fergie. As the Artistic Director of Dance 2xs, Sisco developed the dance company to become a huge success in the commercial dance industry. He now stars as a guest judge on the BBC’s So You Think You Can Dance.

Ade Adepitan MBE (born 27 March 1973) is a British television presenter and wheelchair basketball player. He is a wheelchair user because he contracted polio aged three. Adepitan was a member of the Great Britain team that won
the bronze medal at the 2004 Summer Paralympics in Athens and the gold medal at the 2005 Paralympic World Cup in Manchester, United Kingdom. Adepitan was made a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for services to disability sport in 2005. He was also presented with an Honorary Doctorate from Loughborough University, in recognition of his outstanding services to, and performances in, disabled sport.

"Everyone loves a dance and what a fantastic way to have a great time
whilst raising funds for an amazing cause.I hope you all get involved
and dance a little, live a little, save a life!"

Perhaps best known for reaching the semi-finals of Britain's Got Talent in 2008, Flava are a UK dance troupe based in south-west England.  Since BGT, Flava have created a programme called ‘b inspired’ which they deliver in association with police forces and local authorities in youth communities and disadvantaged areas.  “We are looking to tour schools in the UK not just to promote Flava, but to show the kids that if they put their mind to something they can achieve so much. We work hard, but it’s a lot of fun and we really enjoy what we do. Hopefully we’ll inspire other kids to want to do the same.” Kyle Richardson - Founder.